Forester weed eater chainsaw blade, Stihl MS170 and Stihl HT56C pole pruner

In this episode we go over the Forester chainsaw weed eater blade. I run that blade on my Stihl FS90R and we also use my Stihl MS170 and Stihl HT56C pole pruner.
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[@markb.1259]

Those weedeater saw blades work awesome! I've used a couple carbide tipped blades and they go through those small saplings like a hot knife through butter! They teach you pretty quick that you have to cut on the left side of the blade, for weedeaters that spin counterclockwise. Hit a sapling with the right side and it'll sling the blade pretty quick. Keep it away from your ankles!!! www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ODTEQK4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@TKCL]

You are exactly right, took me about 5 minutes to realize what side of the tree to come in on. It'll take off on you if you hit the wrong side.

[@TKCL]

That's a good deal for a two pack, but I do like that the one I got can be sharpened.

[@joshohoro]

Back when I worked as a groundskeeper we had a brush blade with handlebars, shoulder sling and a beefier gear box you could really get down and mow down the underbrush. Always helped having a second person dragging the limbs and chipping as you cut so you didn’t have to slow down

[@TKCL]

Boy I wish I had someone pulling brush out! I would definitely have the handlebar version if I did this often.

[@Scuba11000]

I would have been tempted to back my brush hog into that tangle and just cut the larger ones out with a chain saw

[@TKCL]

Yes I understand, but having never been in there before I was worried about what the mower would find. I've already found old fence and hay rake metal parts buried in there.

[@richscott2952]

I had one of these 25 years ago by far the most dangerous tool in the world if there’s more than one person on the job what happens is you’re going along with your Weedwhacker chainsaw head and you get to a tree and it doesn’t cut all the way through instead it kicks back meaning the same direction is spinning and the guy standing next to you catches it in the neck it’s equivalent to standing behind someone hitting golf balls with a sickle

[@TKCL]

I can see that, luckily 99 percent of the time I work alone. I can tell you that it matters what side you cut the tree on, one side it cuts great, the other it takes off on you.

[@amanishungaza6222]

Hi dear Sir. Can I get the biggest canvass for transport good trucks? Like 9m/4m. Not for small cars please. Those you have send to me are very small. 3m x 2m. Thanks. Giovanni Shungaza, Montreal Canada.

[@DevaultFamilyLiving]

I have used the 7" blade to clear roughly an acre and a half of land. The 7" is much lighter, and is easier on your trimmer. I originally thought I wouldn't like it as much, but found that I liked it better because it is not as heavy. So if you have concerns about the strain it puts on the gear box, I recommend using the smaller one. Plus it is a little easier on your back. Have a great day. CJ

[@TKCL]

Thank you for the feedback

[@thomasfaucette1660]

sum time this year i'll purchase the stihl fs 240 R trimmer and i'll get the forester blade to put on it

[@jeremiahs45]

Something that works well for me trimming the small stuff just below ground level. A saws all with a long pruning blade. Cant wait to see under the oak tree finished

[@TKCL]

I'm excited to see that big oak cleared out too, I think it's going to be beautiful!

[@BradMyers]

Now this is where the grapple comes in handy.

[@TKCL]

Yep! I talk about that in tomorrow's episode.

[@Outtahide540]

Add a nice swing and a couple of benches. Wow, great place to ponder life’s lessons

[@TKCL]

I'm thinking a swing will definitely be under there.

[@SaltyMike396]

I bought the Stihl version of that blade a few weeks ago. It works extremely well! Like a hot knife through butter up to 2". Cost about $25 (extra $15 if you need the conversion parts)

[@TKCL]

I didn't even know Stihl made one, so I bought this one on Amazon. I think it was 21 bucks, well worth it to me.

[@stevenmchenry9276]

Looking forward to more videos

[@GODANMEDIA]

You left out changing the head. Boo

[@ronniebrashear5633]

Cut from right to left it will work better

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Works great!

[@TKCL]

Yes it does

[@bowhunting1013]

Love that blade , I’ll definitely be getting one , you done a great on clearing out to show that big beautiful oak , man if that tree could talk , god bless

[@TKCL]

No kidding, that tree has been around a lot longer than me and seen some things! God bless brother

[@stevenmchenry9276]

As soon as I get a chance im getting it.

[@johncollins8304]

Farm jack for pulling up those thin trees maybe?

[@TKCL]

Would probably work, farm Jack's do get a little sketchy in those situations. My uncle was knocked out by one.

[@wer1984bird]

What size blade and arbor hole size I have a fs90r and I purchased a 7" with 1" arbor don't know if it will work yet also do you have to and a different guard when using a blade thanks good video

[@TKCL]

Same guard and I used the standard Stihl nut and cup kit that you use on all weed eater blades. I didn't purchase anything special, but I did already have the nut and cup purchased from my Stihl dealer years ago.

[@dalehammond1704]

I got one of these blades but can't locate an adapter kit for my Cub Cadet SS270. I hate to buy a new trimmer just to use this blade.

[@TKCL]

Luckily I already had an adapter for my stihl.

[@Grubkiller]

Hey man, how does the machine perform? Is there a slight delay when the trigger is pressed to reach desire speed? I figure it would have considering the weight of the blade..

[@TKCL]

Yes a very minor delay due to weight. But once it's spinning the weight is your friend when going through thick material.

[@shaneconn4882]

Why does no one ever show actually installing the blade

[@TKCL]

Because it's quite simple and VERY different for every make and model weed eater. Stihl sells a cup and nut for adding any type of blade. I already had it and used it. Use whatever your brand weed eater calls for when adding blades of any kind.

[@mapex311]

For the bigger stuff like 1"+, I found you have to rev the engine high then just quickly go into it.....zzt. If you rev engine too low like you normally would a weed wacker & try to churn thru it, you lose control very quickly and it could dangerously bounce back toward you (as I'm sure you found out at 4:40) I also ended up taking off the guard because it would get caught on vines & thorns all the time which just would cause more risk trying to yank it back out. All in all tho, freakin awesome blade...it's one of the only ones that will get thru the thick stuff with relative ease.

[@woodhoundbug4697]

If you have a high jacker Jack can use a chain you can Jack come out of the ground

[@TKCL]

Good point, I do have one!

[@thomasfaucette1660]

i see andrew is like me he likes to have the rite tool for the job and he's got it xcellent job andrew

[@TKCL]

Thank you for watching

[@nsmcastillo326]

Would it work on an electric weed eater?

[@TKCL]

I wouldn't, the gear box isn't designed for this much weight and moving mass.

[@michaelchristophe242]

👍👍👍👌👌

[@ryanzynda5114]

That tool is going to save you a lot of time

[@TKCL]

And save my back

[@andytripp6847]

Looking like you were enjoying the demon blade ha ha. Weed whacked on roids.

[@TKCL]

It really did an excellent job, later on I just started smacking the trees and it would cut them right down.

[@andytripp6847]

@@TKCL some reason I can see you doing that. Next time start with that method ha ha.

[@ralphkanagy4602]

What a nice video buddy take care God bless your family text me back buddy play

[@TKCL]

Thanks for watching!

[@TKCL]

And God bless you too

[@MrBp8888]

I ease the discharge side of the zero turn up to that small stuff it’ll clip it right off, old blades recommended 😬 those snapper pro’s think they’re bush hogs

[@TKCL]

Lol, I baby my zero turn. I'll just bust through there with the flail mower behind the tractor.

[@MrBp8888]

@@TKCL that’ll work!

[@outdoorswithandy732]

That blade makes work alot easier, looks so much better. And that tree is huge

[@TKCL]

That tree is huge! The blade really does a great job for all small the woody trees!

[@MJADoingStuff]

Great video! Getting it done love that moss hanging from the tree.

[@TKCL]

Thanks, that's how these big oaks look in the south. Always moss, even though it's not healthy for the tree.

[@TheSoloAsylum]

I had a really close call with one of these blades when I slipped on a wet bank...tore my jeans to shreds on both ankles and got stuck in the second leg jeans...never touched skin. I thought I just cut my feet off...I like to call these kind of tools "self training"

[@TKCL]

I can totally see that! Depending on which side of the tree you cut, it can take off on you.

[@haroldanderson2781]

That tree looked big before you started, but when you stood in front of it that put it in perspective. Huge!!

[@TKCL]

Yes it is, I can't wait to see it completely cleared out. It's going to be beautiful!

[@terrydawson8371]

Thanks man🤙 I have got one helluva yard to tame!! Small pine saplings, hundreds, have sprouted and grown 2 to 3 foot. This is a lifesaver, or backsaver🙂

[@TKCL]

It works amazingly well, just stay out of the dirt if possible.

[@charleswilliams8296]

I have the STIHL version of that blade and used it to clear a overgrown ditch bank and the undergrowth in my wooded section. Worked great. For the bigger hedgerow bushes I used my 170, nifty little saw.

[@TKCL]

That's exactly what I am doing here too, brush blade for the light stuff and my 170 for the small trees.

[@WoodDuxWill]

Excellent idea to clear out that scrub stuff and open up your view! And yet another “right tool for the job” example. Lol. What I like most about your 2 channels is learning things. Entertainment is great but when you learn something in the process, that’s even better!

[@TKCL]

Appreciate that!

[@kevinsmiley1783]

Dude How do you stay so organized!!! I love it. I wish I was half as organized as you. You have all your tools in the proper place. I enjoy the channel. Take care.

[@TKCL]

It's a work in progress, trust me. I'm always cleaning up when things wind up out of place. I'm definitely not perfect.

[@bentwedgestanleybrand5818]

Looks like you could go faster if you have somebody, with a garden rake pulling the small trees out of your way? Just a thought

[@TKCL]

Absolutely I could! 99 percent of the time I work by myself, thats the way it goes.

[@outdoorswiththisguy1950]

iv never had any luck with weed eater heads to cut brush. but iv never seen one with a chain on it like that . seemed to work ok.

[@TKCL]

It worked a lot better than the brush cutter blades I've tried in the past. No doubt it will dull with as much dirt as I hit. So it will require sharpening that could be difficult.

[@gsmiley7700]

Always loved the big trees left in the middle of a field. Just looks like history that’s appreciated.

[@TKCL]

I definitely appreciate big trees like that, not many around anymore.

[@samclements2834]

Really love this, I’ve seen that oak in the background. Looking great! We use those saw blades at our hunt club, like you said for small stuff there is nothing easier, they’ll cut the bigger stuff too, but to nervous to do it too much like you said, no sense tearing up equipment.

[@TKCL]

Just aged that oak since a viewer asked me to, got 210 years old. I hope I can save that tree for as long as I'm alive!

[@roged3229]

The safe cutting edge of the blade is between 9 and 12 o’clock

[@TKCL]

I found that out after it took off on me a few times. Definitely don't want anyone else around

[@tractorrookie]

Looks great man. Love that tree!👍

[@TKCL]

Thanks, I'm excited to see it all cleaned up. I pray it out lives us.

[@frankfarms1]

another great video, a rotary cutter ( brush hog ) would work wonders in there..

[@TKCL]

Yes it would, going to finish it off with my flail mower eventually.

[@timkelley8775]

That really looks good opened up. I can see a nice shady spot for gathering under the big ole Oak.

[@TKCL]

Yes sir, I'm thinking a swing under there too.

[@mattposton828]

Thanks for the review as always. Just ordered me a set!

[@TKCL]

Thanks for watching!

[@hartleyhomesteadmichigan6041]

The weed eater chainsaw blade does a good job.

[@TKCL]

It really impressed me, we shall see how long it stays sharp.

[@chrisavila2073]

You forgot to yell "timber" when the trees fell

[@TKCL]

Dang it, you are right! Maybe next time

[@drk218]

Really looking nice already! 🌳

[@TKCL]

Another video out soon on the tree, it's almost clear! Can't wait to see it all cleaned up and beautiful this spring.

[@ckfab475]

Looking good there. Nice work

[@TKCL]

Thank you!

[@outsidewithrodney8240]

Wow that looks great!!!! I can't wait to see it when you get done!!!!! Yes Tiffany we be happy I know how she likes running the wood chipper......

[@TKCL]

We made good progress! Halfway done now on the clearing and then on to dirt work. She does like the chipper, another video out tomorrow

[@outsidewithrodney8240]

@@TKCL awesome can't wait

[@patickpadgett1671]

Looks good keep up the good work

[@TKCL]

Thanks Patrick!

[@susanwoodson66]

Beautiful old tree!

[@TKCL]

Yes it is, we love it!

[@sheamaddox7298]

Tools tools tools, Love it

[@TKCL]

Yeah I've got an obsession with them!

[@briansmith5235]

I have that exact tool. I've cut stuff up to 5 inches. It takes a few seconds to get all the way through. But it does really good

[@TKCL]

I can see it doing that! That big stuff I'll just grab my little chainsaw, my old weed eater doesn't need the workout. I did notice on the smaller stuff to just go ahead and hit it. It cuts right through, no point to baby it.

[@briansmith5235]

Exactly. I was seeing what it would do. Just like the saying says you have to spend money to make money. But in this case it using the tool

[@backcreekcabin4994]

Nice blade!!

[@TKCL]

Thanks, it takes the bending over out of the equation!

[@5150cash]

That's a nice pole saw. I got the ht131 and man it's a beast but it's heavy after a while

[@TKCL]

I chose the homeowner version for the light weight and no more than I use it. I am a big believer in the PRO series, but not this time.

[@5150cash]

@@TKCL only reason I got the 131 was because of the metal gearbox for the saw part. I didn't like the price tag. But my local dealer said for another $65 I could upgrade to the bigger saw with the metal gears so I did. I have 5 acres here in northern California with big oak trees. I've used it more on other people's property but hey what can you say for free oak wood I'm not going to complain.

[@TKCL]

Wow that was a cheap upgrade, I would have done it too!

[@dougdavis4439]

Good review Andrew. I've been using the stihl blade and it's worked well but considering this one now to clear my property. Be careful under that oak with pushing up those smaller tree roots. Root shock can happen and over time kill that beauty if your not careful. I've unfortunately had that happen.

[@TKCL]

Yikes! I definitely don't want to hurt this tree. I'll be a little more careful. Sadly I've already cleared the small trees.

[@dougdavis4439]

@@TKCL cutting the small ones won't hurt, probably help get more nutrients to that big oak. Disturbing the soil is more of what I was talking about. I just pulled some small roots up and ran the tractor under the drip line is what I believe did the damage. Take care

[@TKCL]

@@dougdavis4439 I actually took the tractor and root rake to pull up several small trees. That's why I am worried now, I did disturb the soil.

[@dougdavis4439]

@@TKCL Fingers crossed for you Andrew. That's a beautiful old oak! Took mine about two years to show signs, they will actually die from the top down. Your soil looks different than mine, more sand and less clay, so hopefully you have that on your side. The less compaction on the roots the better.

[@alkaufmann2039]

Wow....I can only imagine the age of that tree! Maybe 300 years!

[@TKCL]

I'm wondering myself! I hope it out lives me and I never get to count the rings.

[@alkaufmann2039]

@@TKCL I'm wondering if you can do a little geometry and get the radius of the tree and then do some calculations as to how many growth rings in that radius. You might get a pretty good estimate!

[@TKCL]

I just used a online calculator and got 210 years old. She's been around a while!

[@alkaufmann2039]

@@TKCL Amazing. ...if she could only talk I'm sure she would have a lot to say! Thanks for the feedback Andrew!

[@TKCL]

I know right, been around a long time.

[@chrisy939]

Just ordered that blade off your Amazon store. I can def use that! I was looking forward to seeing how you installed it (I have same weed eater), hopefully I can figure it out.. lol 😆 Thank you for the video!

[@TKCL]

It's very simple if you have the cup and nut to do so. Sorry buddy, didn't think to show that. I've had the cup and nut for years with my other brush cutting blades.

[@TKCL]

What brand weed eater do you have?

[@chrisy939]

@@TKCL a Huskavarna, I think

[@TKCL]

Double check me, but these should be the types of parts that you need to add a blade smile.amazon.com/Husqvarna-537285601-503856301-Support-Trimmer/dp/B08HJ9MK2G/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dchild=1&hasWorkingJavascript=1&keywords=Husqvarna+weed+trimmer+nut&qid=1613014187&sr=8-4

[@chrisy939]

@@TKCL thank you so much!

[@edwardbuck8094]

Looks great! Beautiful tree. Y’all will enjoy view.